Expert System for Earthmoving Equipment Selection in Road Construction

Knowledge-based systems (expert systems) are generating interest as potential aids to decision making. This paper describes the development of a system for the selection of earthmoving equipment for road construction. Knowledge for this particular domain was acquired from field practitioners such as...

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Published in:Journal of construction engineering and management 1988-09, Vol.114 (3), p.426-440
Main Authors: Alkass, Sabah, Harris, Frank
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
artificial intelligence
Buildings. Public works
construction industry
earth moving equipment
Earthworks. Foundations. Roadbases
Exact sciences and technology
expert systems
Road construction. Pavements. Maintenance
TECHNICAL PAPERS
Transportation infrastructure
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Summary:Knowledge-based systems (expert systems) are generating interest as potential aids to decision making. This paper describes the development of a system for the selection of earthmoving equipment for road construction. Knowledge for this particular domain was acquired from field practitioners such as planning engineers and equipment specialists. The development of the appropriate knowledge acquisition techniques is covered in detail together with guidance provided on suitable methods for interpreting the information gathered into a form capable of being manipulated by computer program. This latter aspect is carefully evaluated with several shells investigated for user-friendliness, availability of hardware, software sophistication and price. The final system is fully tested both with practitioners and novices and the concept of a consultation is validated. Indeed, advice similar to that provided by the experts is achieved.
ISSN:0733-9364
1943-7862
DOI:10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(1988)114:3(426)